OVERVIEW:
Studying and Working in Switzerland
Best for Internationals Professionals who already have work experience in their field as well as some overseas experience. A very organized country. Lots of rules and regulations which are expected to be respected by both Swiss and Internationals. Strong Pros for those interested in the Hospitality and Financial Sectors. One of the best options for professionals seeking postgraduate studies and who are serious and focused.
TUITION FEES:
In both public and private universities, fees are the same for EU and non-EU students.
PhDs
PhDs are very popular in Switzerland not only due to the world’s famous and acknowledged research work made by the most prestigious institutions, but also because candidates that pursue a PhD in Switzerland are also considered employees, thus, they are paid for their work. Student only pays some fees that total between 100 and 200 CHF. Upon completion, students pays 1,200 CHF fee.
Bachelor/Master Degrees
PhDs
PhDs are very popular in Switzerland not only due to the world’s famous and acknowledged research work made by the most prestigious institutions, but also because candidates that pursue a PhD in Switzerland are also considered employees, thus, they are paid for their work. Student only pays some fees that total between 100 and 200 CHF. Upon completion, students pays 1,200 CHF fee.
Bachelor/Master Degrees
- BACHELOR: Average CHF 18,500. Ranges from CHF 5,000 to CHF 24,000.
- MASTERS: Range from CHF 3,000 to CHF 13,000. Some Master’s programs in private institutions may have a higher fee structure, though.
- MBAs: Generally around CHF 24,000, however, some MBA programs range between CHF 30,000 to CHF 85,000.
LIVING COST:
Switzerland is expensive, and managing your monthly expenses without making any compromise could be a tough challenge in Switzerland.
AVERAGE PRICES:
AVERAGE PRICES:
- STUDIO: CHF 900 to 2000, Shared flat – CHF 500 to 900
- FOOD-EATING OUT: CH 15-40 per meal
- FOOD-EATING IN: CHF 75-100 per week
- GOING OUT: CHF 5-25 per drink
- PUBLIC TRANSPORT: ~CHF 100 per month
NOTE: The above are general guidelines to cost.
Complete information living, studying working Switzerland
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When you have obtained your residence permit and proven you have the financial resources necessary to study in Switzerland, you may be able to take a job alongside your studies. In fact, the student residence permit allows for a profit-earning activity, as long your university provides a statement confirming that your employment will not prolong the length of your studies.
For foreign students, the number of weekly work hours is limited to 15, but this is fairly flexible depending on the canton (in Geneva, for example, you can work up to 30 hours per week). Nevertheless, most people will advise you not to take on extra work, since a university workload is generally quite heavy. It is easier to find employment in the large urban centers like Geneva and Zurich. Each university has a job placement office that provides information on student employment. Wages vary between CHF 20 - 35 according to the type of job and your skills.
SOURCE: EDUCATIONS.COM
For foreign students, the number of weekly work hours is limited to 15, but this is fairly flexible depending on the canton (in Geneva, for example, you can work up to 30 hours per week). Nevertheless, most people will advise you not to take on extra work, since a university workload is generally quite heavy. It is easier to find employment in the large urban centers like Geneva and Zurich. Each university has a job placement office that provides information on student employment. Wages vary between CHF 20 - 35 according to the type of job and your skills.
SOURCE: EDUCATIONS.COM